Discover the art of mindfulness through words, phrases, haikus and photographs that reflect the stillness and meditative nature of Japanese culture. Living in today's frenetic world, many feel disconnected – from reality, from people and from nature. It is crucial to keep the words in this book close to your heart. Sometimes, it is necessary to stop what is being done and bring attention towards the present moment, to be happy with who we are, to find beauty, to discover peace.

Japanese culture sensitively interweaves language and philosophy. Across more than 40 words and phrases, from the wistful poetry of mono-no aware, a phrase that asks us to recognize the bittersweet transience of all things, to the quiet harmony of wa, this book hopes to inspire a more mindful attitude to life, seeking meaning beyond materialism and finding individual motivation, your ikigai.

Pages: 112, Year of Publication: 0116, Dimensions: 16.4x16.4cm